2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1972 Volvo 164
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 164. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 956 kg more than 1972 Volvo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 164. (241 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 1972 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Frontier | 164 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
